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Singer Jordan Smith Releases New Gospel Single “How Great Thou Art” | LISTEN!


 
Jordan Smith stamps his precious voice on a beloved hymn, “How Great Thou Art”
 
One of the most accomplished artists who won The Voice, Jordan Smith, has never lost a step when releasing poignant performances, including the pop/inspirational standards debut from 2016, Something Beautiful. But the 2025 upcoming project, The People’s Hymnal, from Gaither Music Group, headed by Southern Gospel legend, Bill Gaither,…

Robert Glasper Releases New Holiday Album “In December” | LISTEN!


 
Robert Glasper spins a layer of ethereal jazz for In December
 
If there were a musician who could visualize the Christmas season without the over jazzy trimmings, Robert Glasper pulls off established hymns and intricate originals extending the precious beauty and honest feelings surrounding the holidays.

The Mississippi Mass Choir Releases New Album “We Still Believe” | WATCH NEW VIDEO!


 
The Mississippi Mass Choir marks 35 years of service to God, all with Malaco Records, on We Still Believe
 
Back in 1987, Frank Williams from the Jackson Southernaires sang lead with the Florida Mass Choir on their Let the Holy Ghost Lead You project. Afterwards, he approached Malaco Records in gathering the best urban gospel voices to represent the state of Mississippi. Since that transformation a year later, The Mississippi Mass Choir was birthed.

R&B Crooner October London Releases New Single “A Beautiful Woman” | WATCH NEW VISUALIZER!


 
October London discovers the sustaining qualities of “A Beautiful Woman”
 
Jared Samuel Erskine’ adoration of music was passed on by his parents and extended family. Whether sending a message about racial inequality with “Black Man in America,” or sprinkling the sexy through “Back to Your Place,” the singer/songwriter known as October London found himself quite busy for the past several years.

Music Legend Stevie Wonder Releases New Track “Can We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” | LISTEN!


 
Stevie Wonder once again calls for voices to unite during uneasy times
 
Through his astonishing career of over 6 decades…and counting, including multi-Grammy and honorary awards, it is safe to conclude that when Stevie Wonder sings, he is more than welcome. While his solo recordings are few and far between these days, Stevie’s soulful and earthy voice always hits the mark, no matter if it’s about love or addressing the pulse of social issues.

Singer Jordin Sparks Releases New Single “Remember” | LISTEN!


 
Jordin Sparks lays down reasons to “Remember” for relationship’s sake
 
Since graduating from the American Idol class of 2007, Jordin Sparks has lived up to that music ambassadorship, including charting in several countries with “Battlefield” and “No Air” with Chris Brown. A lengthy list of collaborations represents her amazing musicality include Brown, Christian pop/rock band For King & Country and Dolly Parton.

R&B Singer Chrisette Michele Releases New Single “Home” | WATCH NEW VIDEO!


 
After a wait of four years, Chrisette Michele finally yearns for her true “Home”
 
2008 proved to be a great starting point for singer/songwriter Chrisette Michele charting her first four CD’s on the Billboard R&B Top 10 and touring with Mary J. Blige, Raheem DeVaughn and others. Yet for the past few years, artistic trails proved to be a temporary obstacle, though she expressed her frustrations via spoken word platforms.

George Benson to Release New Album “Dreams Do Come True: When George Benson Meets Robert Farnon” on July 19th, 2024 | WATCH & LISTEN!


 
A lost treasure from the George Benson, Warner Bros. collection, Dreams Do Come True: When George Benson Meets Robert Farnon, gets its long overdue time
 
When the best intentions are to put a record release on hold for whatever the cause, occasionally those masters are overlooked and/or lost for an indefinite period of time. Multi Grammy winning and Hollywood Walk of Fame recipient, guitarist/vocalist George Benson, spent over a decade with Warner Bros. Records including his crossover (Pop, R&B and Jazz) classic in 1976,…

Singer Chris Blue Releases New Gospel Project “Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart” (Deluxe) | LISTEN!


 
Chris Blue shares his adoration for music from the church with Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart (Deluxe)
 
Season 12 winner from The Voice in 2017 with Team Alicia Keys, Chris Blue, showed off his R&B and soul expertise, concluding with “Money on You,” reaching # 66 on the Billboard Top 100. Now Blue’s buttery and powerful pipes are being showcased on his debut full-length, Foundations; The Hymns of My Heart (Deluxe), embracing his church roots since he was 3 years of age.

R&B Group Az Yet Releases Cover of Classic Ballad “Send For Me” | WATCH NEW VIDEO!


 
Az Yet spreads some love for old school R&B sensations, Atlantic Starr
 
One of R&B and eventually pop charting bands, Atlantic Starr, developed a very successful run with “Circles,” “Secret Lover,” i.e. from the late 70’s through early nineties, even with some personnel changes.